Technical Writer/Trainer

Key Responsibilities

• Research, develop, and revise technical materials such as equipment manuals, parts breakout manuals, preventative maintenance checks and services (PMCS), checklists, hand receipts, appendices, and operating/maintenance instructions.
• Evaluate existing documentation and modify materials to reflect current hardware configurations and requirements.
• Review vendor and engineering documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance with MIL-SPEC standards.
• Develop and validate manuals in MIL-STD format using Arbortext Editor, adhering to style guides and DTD rules.
• Ensure IETM XML documentation is error-free using business rules and source verification.
• Interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and schematics to produce accurate documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of system hardware, operations, and maintenance procedures.

Training Development & Delivery

• Support development of course materials, including lesson plans, slides, practical exercises, student handouts, tests, and training manuals.
• Implement course modifications based on customer requirements, technical documentation, feedback, and evaluation results.
• Facilitate classroom and on-system training sessions, using technical manuals, job aids, and training aids.
• Assist Curriculum Developers and Lead Technical Trainer with classroom setup and coordination.
• Provide guidance and instruction to students through lectures, group exercises, and one-on-one instruction.

Collaboration & Communication

• Interface with engineers, field support specialists, vendors, and other subject matter experts to collect necessary information for documentation and training.
• Communicate technical information effectively to supervisors, peers, and students.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation of technical and training activities.

Technical Proficiency

• Proficient with XML/Arbortext technical writing and DoD specifications, including MIL-STD 40051-2C and MIL-HDBK-1222.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
• Familiarity with graphics tools (Adobe Creative Suite), modeling tools (SolidWorks), and computer-based training authoring tools (Captivate, Articulate) is a plus.

Travel Requirements

• Travel to CONUS and OCONUS sites for extended periods, as required.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or engineering-related field (e.g., reliability maintenance management, aviation, automotive technologies, HVAC, fiber optics, IT, C5ISR, computer science, technical writing/communication, or business administration), or equivalent military/civilian training.
• Related military training and experience is a plus.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum five years of experience in technical writing, technical training development, or related roles.
• Experience working with field engineers, aerostat operators, Aerostat FSRs, or Aerostat instructors is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to produce MIL-SPEC technical manuals accepted by customers.
• Experience interpreting mechanical and electrical drawings is desirable.
• Experience in curriculum development, logistics, or related fields is a plus.

Benefits

• Health and disability insurance.
• 401(k) match.
• Flexible spending accounts/HSAs.
• EAP.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Company-paid holidays.